The "True" Origin of Canada

Carmen Li

Markham, Ontario

‘Treaties and agreements formed as a consequence of the war [of 1812] enabled Confederation and the formation of Canada to occur.’

The Battle of Vimy Ridge

Anna Pouteaux

Hodgeville, Saskatchewan

‘The Battle of Vimy Ridge should be what is known as the true origin of Canadian identity’

The Battle of Vimy Ridge: "True" Origin of Canada

Megan Butchart

Kelowna, British Columbia

‘[I]t was the first event that unified the diverse people of Canada, and eventually became the catalyst for autonomy from Britain.’

The Birth of a Nation; Process, Not Point

Angel Yu

Kelowna, British Columbia

‘1812 sparked the idea of Canada, Confederation allowed Canada to progress and flourish, while […] Vimy emerged Canada into the world.’

The Influence of the War of 1812 on Canada

Katie Jany

St. Catharines, Ontario

‘This conflict best defines the true origin of Canada through its confirmation of the early nation’s existence’

The Spirit of Compromise: Canada's Confederation

Patrick Weller

Douglas, Ontario

‘[Confederation] served as a peaceful metaphor for Canadians to model themselves after for generations to come.’

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